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Georgia's respiratory therapist job market is anchored by major health systems including Emory Healthcare, Wellstar Health System, and Piedmont Healthcare, all of which have sponsored foreign national clinical staff. Atlanta leads in sponsorship activity, with growing demand in Augusta and Savannah. Hospitals here regularly recruit internationally trained RTs to fill persistent staffing gaps.
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Get Access To All JobsDepartment: 36402 Navicent Health Medical Center: Baldwin - Respiratory Therapy Services
Status: Part time
Benefits Eligible: No
Hours Per Week: 0
Schedule Details/Additional Information: PRN as needed basis/could be dayshift or nightshift
Pay Range
$26.55 - $39.85
Major Responsibilities:
- Clinical Assessment: performs patient assessment and documents according to professional standards
- Intermittent Therapy: administers respiratory care therapy and procedures
- Emergency Care: performs airway management/emergency procedures in accordance to professional standards
- Intensive Care: performs invasive procedures according to policy
- Intensive Care: performs mechanical ventilation management
- Troubleshooting: participates in equipment utilization
- Recordkeeping: documents patient care according to professional standards
- Continued Training: participates in CE as directed & to exceed state licensure requirements
May float to various Navicent Health facilities
Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:
Current Georgia State license to practice Respiratory Care and current ACLS/PALS/BCLS. Must have a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) within six months of hire.
Education Required:
Completion of an approved college program in Respiratory Care
Experience Required:
None Required
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
NA
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Must be able to use visual acuity to see monitor screen, computer and hard copy materials. Must be able to hear and verbally communicate in person and over the phone or radio. Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time (up to 2 hours). Must be able to comprehend and learn operation of various office equipment. Must have functional range of motion of the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spines, upper and lower extremities with a grip strength of 50-60# specific to job evaluation. Must be able to forward reach, overhead reach, bend, squat, kneel and apply proper body mechanics during the transfers and transport supplies and/or equipment using proper body mechanics. Must be able to lift up to 10# specific to job evaluation. Works in hospital, clinical and/or assistive living, office indoor environments. Must be able to remain calm under emergency situations. Must be able to utilize appropriate universal and specific precautions for protection from potential exposure infectious or communicable diseases. Tolerate high noise, busy atmospheres and noxious odors. Ability and means to travel on a flexible schedule as needed.
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
Our Commitment to You:
Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:
Compensation
- Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
- Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Benefits and more
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
About Advocate Health
Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.
Department: 36402 Navicent Health Medical Center: Baldwin - Respiratory Therapy Services
Status: Part time
Benefits Eligible: No
Hours Per Week: 0
Schedule Details/Additional Information: PRN as needed basis/could be dayshift or nightshift
Pay Range
$26.55 - $39.85
Major Responsibilities:
- Clinical Assessment: performs patient assessment and documents according to professional standards
- Intermittent Therapy: administers respiratory care therapy and procedures
- Emergency Care: performs airway management/emergency procedures in accordance to professional standards
- Intensive Care: performs invasive procedures according to policy
- Intensive Care: performs mechanical ventilation management
- Troubleshooting: participates in equipment utilization
- Recordkeeping: documents patient care according to professional standards
- Continued Training: participates in CE as directed & to exceed state licensure requirements
May float to various Navicent Health facilities
Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:
Current Georgia State license to practice Respiratory Care and current ACLS/PALS/BCLS. Must have a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) within six months of hire.
Education Required:
Completion of an approved college program in Respiratory Care
Experience Required:
None Required
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
NA
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Must be able to use visual acuity to see monitor screen, computer and hard copy materials. Must be able to hear and verbally communicate in person and over the phone or radio. Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time (up to 2 hours). Must be able to comprehend and learn operation of various office equipment. Must have functional range of motion of the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spines, upper and lower extremities with a grip strength of 50-60# specific to job evaluation. Must be able to forward reach, overhead reach, bend, squat, kneel and apply proper body mechanics during the transfers and transport supplies and/or equipment using proper body mechanics. Must be able to lift up to 10# specific to job evaluation. Works in hospital, clinical and/or assistive living, office indoor environments. Must be able to remain calm under emergency situations. Must be able to utilize appropriate universal and specific precautions for protection from potential exposure infectious or communicable diseases. Tolerate high noise, busy atmospheres and noxious odors. Ability and means to travel on a flexible schedule as needed.
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
Our Commitment to You:
Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:
Compensation
- Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
- Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Benefits and more
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
About Advocate Health
Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.
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Which companies sponsor visas for respiratory therapists in Georgia?
Emory Healthcare, Wellstar Health System, Piedmont Healthcare, Northside Hospital, and Children's Healthcare of Atlanta are among the Georgia employers with documented histories of sponsoring work visas for clinical respiratory staff. Large health systems with dedicated HR and legal teams are generally better positioned to manage the sponsorship process than smaller outpatient or home health providers.
Which visa types are most common for respiratory therapist roles in Georgia?
The H-1B is the most frequently used visa for respiratory therapists in Georgia, as the role qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring at least a bachelor's degree in respiratory care or a closely related field. Some employers also use the EB-3 immigrant visa pathway for permanent sponsorship. Candidates from certain countries may have access to TN or E-3 classifications depending on their nationality.
Which cities in Georgia have the most respiratory therapist sponsorship jobs?
Atlanta is by far the most active market, driven by the concentration of large academic and community hospital systems in the metro area. Augusta has meaningful demand through Wellstar MCG Health and Augusta University Medical Center. Savannah and Macon are smaller markets but see periodic openings, particularly when regional hospitals face staffing shortages in critical care and neonatal units.
How to find respiratory therapist visa sponsorship jobs in Georgia?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international candidates seeking visa-sponsored clinical roles, including respiratory therapist positions in Georgia. You can filter directly by state and role to see active listings from employers open to sponsorship. This saves time compared to manually screening postings that don't disclose immigration support, which is common with general job searches for RT positions in Georgia.
Are there state-specific considerations for respiratory therapists seeking visa sponsorship in Georgia?
Georgia requires respiratory therapists to hold a state license from the Georgia Composite Medical Board, and most employers expect candidates to hold or be eligible for the Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the NBRC. Employers sponsoring foreign nationals must attest to prevailing wage compliance through the Labor Condition Application process. Georgia's strong university programs at Augusta University and Emory also create pipelines that occasionally flow into employer sponsorship for OPT holders.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored respiratory therapist jobs in Georgia?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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